Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£100
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43.1% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £119 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £119.
For beginners: Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £119)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £99.95)
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof